Gov. Nixon signs bill regarding use of EBT cards by SNAP participants; seven other bills signed

Gov. Jay Nixon today signed eight bills into law, including a bill dealing with the use of electronic transfer benefits (EBT) cards by Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants.

Senate Bill 680 prohibits SNAP EBT use in certain locations such as liquor stores, casinos or adult-oriented entertainment establishments or for the purchase of restricted items such as alcohol, lottery tickets, tobacco products, or any item primarily marketed for adults.

In addition, Senate Bill 680 also lifts a ban on some drug felons from receiving SNAP benefits, and opens the way for DSS to establish a pilot program making it easier for SNAP recipients to purchase fresh food at farmers’ markets.